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Amberley Taylor

Amberley Taylor, Editor

Amberley Taylor loves to design and be creative. Whether it’s a graphic or a webpage, she wants the reader to be pulled into the story. Taylor graduated from Satanta High School and plans to attend nursing school after SCCC.

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Freshman, Tim Lamare, practices his backhand swings during his afternoon practice. Lamare finished first in No. 4 singles spot.

Men’s Tennis smashes Hornets

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 20, 2018

The Seward County Men’s Tennis team isn’t wasting any time with starting their season off right. The No. 3 ranked team, who is now 5-0, has swept four...

Sophomore infielder, Kaitlin Ammerman, attempts a catch during Sunday's double-header. The Lady Saints softball split with Lamar Community College, 10-1 and 5-1.

Softball splits with Lamar in home opener

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 19, 2018

On Sunday’s home opener, the Seward County Softball team split a double-header with against Lamar Community College. The Lady Saints run-ruled the Runnin’...

The quest for a new Crusader logo begins

The quest for a new Crusader logo begins

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 16, 2018

Crusader News has been in search of a masthead/logo for quite sometime, but now it is time to make it happen. Since Crusader News is completely ran...

That's Mighty Liberal is a play written by SCCC theatre instructor, Michele Van Hessen and CJ Barton Carmichael.

That’s Mighty Liberal performs in Showcase

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 12, 2018

The history of Liberal was put on display throughout the weekend with an original play, co-written by SCCC theatre director Michele Van Hessen and CJ Barton...

Sophomore Dylan Paul swings at the ball and falls short to hit a home run during the first inning.
So far, Paul is having a .167 batting average. Previous season, Paul finished the season with a
.363 batting average.

SCCC Baseball vs Northeastern

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 8, 2018

The Seward County College baseball team split the first two games out of four versus Northeastern Junior College on Thursday, Feb. 8 with scores of 0-9...

During the 2018-19 school year, SCCC will offer courses in national security through the University of Kansas.

SCCC prepares to provide National Security courses

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 7, 2018

Starting in the 2018-19 school year, Seward County Community College will be offering courses in national security. The classes will be offered during...

Living in Southwest Kansas means a lot of road trips just to shop or even go to a ball game. Many SCCC students commute from an hour away to attend classes. Passing the time on a long drive can be fun when listening to the right music. Add some friends and silliness to get a winning combination.

What’s your jam?

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 6, 2018

Whether you are just driving across town, commuting to school or taking a road-trip for long hours, music is always necessary in the car. No matter which...

Sophomore, Kolton Hodges, watches the Super Bowl highlights in the Student Union.

Kolton Hodges

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 5, 2018

Why did you choose education as your major? "I want to teach because my heroes growing up and a lot of my family members are teachers. I have narrowed...

Sophomore right-handed pitcher, Monique Ashley,  watches a ball go past her while sophomore catcher, Miriam Hirata, catches the softball.

Photo Essay: Softball Preview

Amberley Taylor, Editor
February 1, 2018

The Lady Saints Softball team will kick off their season at a tournament in Fort Worth, Texas, from Friday, Feb. 2 to Saturday, Feb 3. The Lady Saints...

SCCC prepares for spring musical

SCCC prepares for spring musical

Amberley Taylor, Editor
January 30, 2018

The Seward County Community College Theatre department is hosting auditions for their spring musical, “You’re a good man, Charlie Brown [Revised].”...

Ethan Earhart pitches a few practice throws before the game starts. Earhart pitched three of the nine innings.

Photo Essay: Saints Baseball vs McCook

Amberley Taylor, Editor
January 29, 2018

On Saturday, Jan. 27, The Saints baseball team competed against McCook Community College. The Saints won by a score of 14-2 in a nine-inning game. The...

Mad Chad attempts to get on a unicycle with the help of two SCCC students from the crowd. When Chad was balanced on the unicycle, he was given two swords and an apple. He encouraged the audience to shout, “Eat it!” and each time they did, he would take a bite of the apple in the middle of juggling the swords and apple.

[Photo] Mad Chad performs mad, crazy show at SCCC

Alondra Trevizo, Club Reporter
January 26, 2018

After the show, Mad Chad met with fans on the stage to take photos. The show took place at 8 p.m. in the SCCC theater on Thurs. Jan, 25.

Sophomore, Terrell Alfred, dribbles around a Cloud County defender while sophomore, Ke'Sean Davis attempts to screen.

Photo Essay: Saints defeat Cloud County

Amberley Taylor, Editor
January 25, 2018

On Wednesday, Jan. 24, the Seward County Saints defeated Cloud County by a score of 80-64. Cloud County and Seward exchanged points for most of the first...

Sophomore, Neri Martinez, spends time in the library working on her homework when she doesn't have classes.

Neri Martinez

Amberley Taylor, Editor
January 25, 2018

What is your major?  "My major is elementary education." Why did you choose education as your major? "I chose my major because I have been around...

The SCCC amazing race was filled with different obstacles for students to master before they could get a clue. This obstacle required teams to target shoot foam fingers with a ping-pong gun.

Saints compete in amazing race

Amberley Taylor and Yesenia Soto
January 24, 2018

When the first group of students earned their clue and began running, everyone knew the race had started. After earning each clue, the groups would hurry...

Homecoming Happenings

Homecoming Happenings

Amberley Taylor, Editor
January 18, 2018

As Homecoming week approaches, Seward County students are preparing for a week full of events. The events will begin on Monday and occur up until the Homecoming...

Freshman education major, Lucero Loredo, works on a history assignment.

Lucero Loredo

Yesenia Soto and Amberley Taylor
January 16, 2018

What is your major? "My major is education." What grades would you like to teach when you are finished with school? "I would like to teach first or...

The dates listed are important dates to remember if you are planning on changing your class schedule.

Schedule changes are ending soon

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
January 11, 2018

As the Spring semester kicks off, it is important for students to know that the dates to add and/or drop classes are coming quickly. Each semester, students...

Crusader is back

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
January 10, 2018

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cake aftermath

[Photo] Cup of Cheer!

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
December 7, 2017

Mollie Mounsey working on  her homework. Mounsey is an excellent and very involved student in the classroom.

Mounsey makes an impact

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
December 5, 2017

From the court, to the classrooms and even by being a Resident Assistant, Mollie Mounsey has been making an impact at Seward County Community College ever...

Sophomore, Ke'Sean Davis attempts a jumper over his opponent. (file photo)

Second half comeback isn’t enough for Saints

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
December 4, 2017

After a slow start against Coffeyville, the Seward County Community College Men’s Basketball team wasn’t able to overcome their first half deficit....

SCCC partnered with FHSU to help students who want to pursue a degree in social work be able to get their bachelor's at SCCC. The program will take place in online classes and a three hour night class once a week.

[Photo] Social Work Program through FHSU at SCCC

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
December 1, 2017

SCCC partnered with FHSU to help students who want to pursue a degree in social work be able to get their bachelor's at SCCC. The program will take place...

Angelica Alfaro enjoys free coffee in the bookstore on Tuesday, Nov. 28.

[Photo] The Mysteries of Coffee

Andrea Sanchez, Reporter
November 28, 2017

Angelica Alfaro enjoys free coffee in the bookstore on Tuesday, Nov. 28.

Saving money for college kids can be difficult, but by saving, you can accumulate enough change to purchase great Christmas gifts.

[Photo] How to save money during the holidays

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
November 20, 2017

Saving money for college kids can be difficult, but by saving, you can accumulate enough change to purchase great Christmas gifts.

Austin Galloway

Austin Galloway

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
November 17, 2017

If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be? Why? "If I could only eat one food it would be pizza. Pizza is really filling...

Becerril (left) poses with a friend.

Diego Becerril

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
November 14, 2017

Why did you choose to come to SCCC? "I came to Seward to be close to home and because I wasn't sure if I was ready to go to a university." What is...

SCCC students were asked if they enjoyed Christmas or Thanksgiving more through a survey.

[Photo] SCCC students anxiously await Christmas

Alondra Trevizo, Reporter
November 14, 2017

A Crusader student poll showed that most begin setting up for Christmas after Thanksgiving. Click on this image to scroll through more questions in the...

Can Competition to be hosted for Clubs

Can Competition to be hosted for Clubs

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
November 8, 2017

Seward County Community College is hosting a food drive competition to help others during the Thanksgiving holiday. The competition will consist of many...

Lashay Johnson

Lashay Johnson

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
November 7, 2017

What is your favorite color? "My favorite color is red." Why did you choose to come to SCCC? "I came to SCCC for music and to be successful away from...

The Auto Body Collision Repair program is taking donations for their Thanksgiving baskets until Nov. 17. Donations can be dropped off in Celeste M. Donovan's or Travis Comb’s office.

Auto Body Collision Repair provides Thanksgiving for families

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
November 3, 2017

The Auto Body Collision Repair program is taking donations for their Thanksgiving baskets until Nov. 17. Donations can be dropped off in Celeste M. Donovan's...

Costume contest winner announced

Costume contest winner announced

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
November 1, 2017

The Crusader halloween costume contest is finally complete. Seward County Community College students, staff and faculty showed their creativity Oct. 31...

SCCC rowdy crowd consists of mostly the men’s tennis team. The rowdy crowd get’s very loud throughout the games, especially if the moment is highly intense.

SCCC’s Rowdy Crowd plays big role in home record

Amberley Taylor, Reporter
October 27, 2017

The SCCC rowdy crowd is a big part of the Lady Saints Volleyball team’s undefeated in the Greenhouse record. The rowdy crowd consists mostly of a variety...

Saints, Lady Saints and fans enjoy basketball preview

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
October 25, 2017

On Tuesday, Oct. 24, the Seward County Community College men’s and women’s basketball teams hosted a preview night in the Greenhouse. The preview night...

This reminder is posted on the doors at the SLC to remind students to keep their new ID with them. If students do not have their ID, they will be locked out of housing.

Don’t get locked out!

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
October 23, 2017

On Monday, Oct. 23, Seward County Community College started a new system for entering the dorms. For some students, this has been a hard thing to remember. ...

New data for Kansas colleges was released by the Kansas Regents. At SCCC, many students come from outreach programs through area high schools and are not considered "full-time" students. Some take a few classes while working a full-time job and are considered part-time students as well.

SCCC enrollment decreases

Amberley Taylor, Editor
October 19, 2017

Community colleges all over the state of Kansas have experienced a decrease in enrollment. At Seward County Community College, this is no different. This...

Students participate in bongo ball in between classes on Oct. 16. 
The game is fast paced with an obstacle course.

[Photo] Students let off some steam

Angelica Alfaro, Editor
October 17, 2017

Students participate in bongo ball in between classes on Oct. 16. The game is fast paced with an obstacle course.

How do you nap?

How do you nap?

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
October 17, 2017

It seems that everyone at SCCC takes a nap. They might deny it, but deep down, we all know it's true. So, Crusader got to the bottom of it by taking to...

Crusader surveyed students to find out how many admit to taking a nap. Check out the entire survey.

[Photo] Naps are important part of life

Michelle Mattich, Reporter
October 17, 2017

Crusader surveyed students to find out how many admit to taking a nap. Check out the entire survey.

Miguel Fernandez, freshman auto body collision repair, finishes cleaning a car by wiping off the excess water. The Auto Body Collision Repair students are detailing cars as a fundraiser. The students are raising money to attend a competition in Las Vegas.

Clean your car with SCCC

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
October 16, 2017

The Seward County Community College Auto Body Collision Repair students are hosting a two-month car wash for anyone in the community to raise money for...

TYHUGHBANKS

[Photo] Ty Hughbanks

Angel Meza, Sports Editor
October 4, 2017

Rogelio Pando

Rogelio Pando

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
October 2, 2017

Why did you choose to come to SCCC? "I came to Seward because of the cheap tuition and because I am the presidential scholar from my high school." What's...

Jordann Davis

Jordann Davis

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 27, 2017

  What song are you listening to right now? "She will be loved by Maroon 5" Why did you choose Pre-vet as your major? "I've always had...

SCCC hosts blood-drive

SCCC hosts blood-drive

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 27, 2017

Seward County Community College is hosting one of three blood drives for this academic year on Tuesday, October 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m in the Student Union....

SCCC students rush to eat the pickle jalapenos in the contest. The contestants were able to remove the stems before the contest started to make the jalapenos easier to eat.

Students feel the heat

With shaking hands and watering eyes, Jose Alvarado took the table to defend his title as the quickest jalapeno eater at the Seward County Community College...

This sign is posted in front of every door at SCCC. Concealed carry laws are changing on college campuses.

[Photo] Concealed carry laws change

Amberley Taylor and Alondra Trevizo, Copy Editor and Reporter
September 28, 2017

This sign is posted in front of every door at SCCC. Concealed carry laws are changing on college campuses.

Alize Hickey

Alize Hickey

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 26, 2017

Why did you choose to come to SCCC? "I chose to come to Seward because it was cheaper for me and plus I have family here. This is just kind of where I've...

"SCCC Library Book Group," is an online book club where readers can discuss readings together.

[Photo] Library to start online book club

Alondra Trevizo, Reporter
September 25, 2017

"SCCC Library Book Group," is an online book club where readers can discuss readings together.

Arturo DonJuan

Arturo DonJuan

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 22, 2017

Who is your biggest musical inspiration? "Honestly just a lot of  different artists. Different talent is great because I get to learn different ways...

SCCC hosts transfer fair

SCCC hosts transfer fair

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 18, 2017

Seward County Community College is hosting a transfer fair on Wednesday, Sept. 20, for students looking to transfer to a four-year university. This come-and-go...

$10 budget meal

$10 budget meal

Finding a good and affordable restaurant to eat at isn’t always easy. Yes, there are several fast food restaurants with dollar menus, but having cheeseburgers...

SCCC Foundation will host an '80s themed auction on Sept. 16.

SCCC Foundation hosts 23rd annual auction

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 12, 2017

The Seward County Community College Foundation will host their annual auction on Sept. 16. The ‘80s-themed auction will take place at the Seward County...

Maria Aveiga volleys at at practice (file photo).

Women’s Tennis Takes on Texas

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 11, 2017

The Lady Saints Tennis team traveled to Tyler, Texas over the weekend to compete in the tyler Invitational. As a team, the Lady Saints ended with a 14-16...

Hugo Lobo volleys at practice (file photo).

Saints Tennis Wins Big in Texas

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
September 11, 2017

The Seward County Community College Men’s Tennis team traveled to Tyler, Texas over the weekend for the Tyler Invitational. The Saints ended 32-11 as...

SCCC hosts hurricane relief efforts

SCCC hosts hurricane relief efforts

Amberley Taylor, Reporter
September 1, 2017

When the Seward County Community College athletic department heard that Hurricane Harvey in Southeast Texas impacted many current and former Saints and...

Hurricane Harvey disaster hits close to home

Hurricane Harvey disaster hits close to home

Amberley Taylor and Angel Meza
August 29, 2017

Hurricane Harvey, a horrific hurricane happening in the southeast part of Texas, is impacting many lives nationwide, including the lives of Seward County...

The Lady Saints gather around Coach Thais Allen  to discuss about what they are going over during practice.

Lady Saints dominate at New Mexico

Amberley Taylor, Copy Editor
August 28, 2017

The Seward County Community College Lady Saints headed to Roswell, New Mexico on Friday,  Aug. 25, to kick off the 2017 season. The NMMI Kick-Off Classic...

Saul Melchor

Saul Melchor

Amberley Taylor, Reporter
August 28, 2017

Graphic design? Why that major? "I have a passion for being creative and for helping people. I hope to someday design my own home in the future." Why...

The Lady Saints line up for a pre-season game for the National Anthem. The banners in the Greenhouse are constant reminders of what's expected of their team — to win championships.

Lady Saints Ready to Kick-Off 2017 Volleyball Season

Amberley Taylor, Reporter
August 24, 2017

After the success of the 2016 season, the Seward County Lady Saints have high hopes for this upcoming season. Based on a pre-poll, the Lady Saints are...

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